Internal Auditor — Risk & Controls Specialist

Local Government South East; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Portsmouth City Council is seeking an Auditor to join its Internal Audit team in Portsmouth. The role focuses on assessing the effectiveness of internal controls, testing key controls, and delivering accurate audit findings across a range of council activities.

The post requires meticulous attention to detail, strong analytical ability, and excellent IT skills, including Word and Excel. Band 7–8, with progression possible, and a total annual salary of £33,119–£40,443, plus benefits, depending on

Qualifications

• Highly motivated with a good educational standard or experience in a compliance background.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to challenge and persuade positively.
• Strong analytical and report-writing skills with initiative to analyse problems and reach solutions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, scope, risk assessment and testing of audits.
• Evaluate controls and report findings to management and external auditors.
• Liaise with Directors and management; provide sound technical advice and involve in ad hoc investigations.
• Travel to external clients for audits as required; operate within two pay bands with progression on competencies.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Education

Degree level

Audit experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Portsmouth City Council is seeking an Auditor to join its Internal Audit team in Portsmouth. The role focuses on assessing the effectiveness of internal controls, testing key controls, and delivering accurate audit findings across a range of council activities.

The post requires meticulous attention to detail, strong analytical ability, and excellent IT skills, including Word and Excel. Band 7–8, with progression possible, and a total annual salary of £33,119–£40,443, plus benefits, depending on